The hijacking of the Jaffar Express signals that the conflict in Balochistan is reaching a dangerous new phase.

The driver of Jaffar Express, which was hijacked by Balochistan Liberation Army militants, has described the terrifying moment when the insurgents attacked the train as survivors praised the military for their rescue.

The Jaffar Express hijacking by BLA militants led to a deadly 30-hour standoff, resulting in 25 deaths. Security forces successfully rescued over 300 passengers and eliminated 33 terrorists.